Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2964465 | Journal of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography | 2013 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
Aortic intramural hematoma is among the spectrum of pathologies that comprises acute aortic syndrome and carries a risk of progression to aortic dissection, aneurysm, rupture, and other complications. Evaluation by CT can identify imaging features associated with higher risk of complications. Ulcer-like projections, enlarged aortic diameter, increased hematoma thickness, and Stanford type A classification are associated with progression to complications. The significance of intramural blood pools within the hematoma and associated pleural/pericardial effusions is less certain. Detailed evaluation of intramural hematoma with CT can provide critical prognostic information with implications for patient management.
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Authors
Matthew J. Kruse, Pamela T. Johnson, Elliot K. Fishman, Stefan L. Zimmerman,